Common Well Pump Problems
Special Offer for Well Pump System Tune-Up
It’s important to perform regular maintenance on your well pump system to keep it running in top condition. As a special offer, we will provide maintenance to your well pump system for only $150 + tax! Here is what we can offer you: Install a brand-new pressure switch Install a brand-new pressure gauge Optimize your…
Read MoreHow to Prevent Pipes From Freezing on a Well Using a Bleed-Back System
We recently provided well service to a home in Hopatcong, NJ that was in need of a bleed-back system to their prevent pipes from freezing. The customer’s home had previously been a summer home, but was now going to be used year round. The pipe to the well was not buried below the frost line…
Read MoreRemoving Water Well Poly Pipe
Often times when working on a well pump system it is necessary to remove the pipe and well pump from the well casing. In some cases, using an Up-Z-Dazy with custom made platform is perfect set up for the job. In the pictures below, you can see an example of a job where we had…
Read MoreWell Pump Low Pressure Problem
There are several issues that can cause a Well Pump Low Pressure Problem with water flow in your home. Below is a list of concerns to look for before you call a professional for well pump service. If there low volume at one source or entire house (testing by running tub faucet) If you have…
Read MoreWell Not Pumping Water
Is your well not pumping water into your house? There are several issues that can cause you to have no water in the house. Below is a list of concerns to look for before you call a well pump professional. Is the well pump starting up and immediately kicking off? Is the well pump going…
Read MoreReasons for Pressure Switch Chatter
Pressure switch too far from tank. Maximum distance is 3-4 feet, greater distance will cause pressure fluctuations between the tank and the switch Undersized pipe from pump to tank Too many fittings or valves Tank water logged (bladder inside has hole) Pressure switch drift, Spring tension in switch failing Low voltage (Incoming) Pipe corrosion (diameter…
Read MoreWell Pump Short Cycling
Short cycling of a well pump is a fairly common problem. One of the most common causes of well pump short cycling is a loss of air charge in your well pressure tank. If the bladder becomes damaged it fails to hold pressure properly and the result is a the pump going on-off, on-off. When…
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